What is Gum Contouring and Reshaping?

Gum contouring surgery is a procedure performed to improve the appearance of smiles. It is also called gum reshaping or gum tissue sculpting surgery. Gum contouring surgery is performed to cosmetically improve the appearance of smiles or as part of gum surgery to treat gum diseases. Nonsurgical gum shaping procedures are also performed. Traditional gum contouring surgery takes about three hours to complete and laser gum contouring and radiosurgery may take about one to two hours.

How is Gum Contouring and Reshaping performed?

Traditional gum contouring surgery is performed by the surgeon making an incision in the gum tissue. The surgeon may remove or graft bone or gum tissue as required to give gums the required shape and size. Laser gum surgery is performed using a diode laser to remove excessive gum tissue and give them an even appearance. Bi-polar electrosurgery using a radiosurgery unit and a low current to cut gum tissue is also used for gum contouring.

Is Gum Contouring and Reshaping painful?

Traditional gum contouring surgery, laser gum surgery and radiosurgery are performed under local anaesthesia. Patients will not feel any pain during the procedure. They may experience swelling and discomfort after the procedure.

When can I travel by air after Gum Contouring and Reshaping?

Patients can safely travel by air a week after gum contouring and reshaping, after getting the all clear from their dentist that they are fit to travel by air.

How long does recovery take after Gum Contouring and Reshaping?

It takes a week to ten days for patients to recover from traditional gum contouring surgery and laser gum contouring. Patients will recover from radiosurgery within a week.

What after care is required after Gum Contouring and Reshaping?

Patients should frequently rinse their mouths, gently, with salt water. They should take prescribed medications correctly. Patients should not eat hard or chewy food products till gums are completely healed and the swelling has reduced. Patients should not eat too hot or too cold foods during the healing period. They should drink plenty of water or fruit juice during the recovery period.

Why do tourists visit South Africa?

South Africa is home to amazing landscapes, wonderful wildlife, pristine beaches and magnificent, luxury train journeys. Cities have large shopping malls with high-end fashion boutiques. There are smaller, bustling markets selling traditional African arts and crafts. South Africa has a unique cuisine and has become famous for its local wines. South Africa is a multicultural country with a friendly people. Accommodation options include luxury resorts, budget hotels, farm stays, guest houses and game lodges.

Why do international patients visit South Africa?

South Africa has many world class hospitals with state of the art facilities and highly qualified doctors. Many of these hospitals are part of large international hospital chains. Hospitals and clinics in South Africa offer high quality specialist medical, dental and surgical services at affordable prices for overseas patients. Many hospitals offer packages for medical tourists that include a holiday, treatments and procedures, accommodation and local transportation.

Does South Africa have international airports?

South Africa has three major international airports serving major cities. Most hospitals and clinics offer airport transfers as part of the medical tourism package.

What are the visa requirements for patients travelling for medical treatments to South Africa?

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Rating from 20 ReviewsProviding such a wonderful serviceShalom, South Africa, 28 Feb 17

If you are seeking for an honest, caring, friendly, helpful and more than excellent dentist, Dr Hartshorne should be your dentist. Thank you doctor Hartshorne for providing such a wonderful service to us and for being such a blessing to so many patients. Wishing you more success! Miss Roberts and family

Rating from 11 ReviewsThe clinic was clean and the staff were extremely friendlyBronwyn, South Africa, 09 Nov 16

Had a wisdom tooth extraction the dentist was amazing. RECOVERY was easy and they were extremely helpful. CALLED me a few days later to check that I was okay and that I had no concerns The clinic was clean and the staff were extremely friendly. For a dentist I would give 200 percent. and I'm not one who likes dentists or doctors

Dr Abram was a saving grace in my instance. I had a previous botched gum graft surgery with scarring when I went to Dr Abram. He knew exactly how to treat me and told me from the start that I required a two step gum graft procedure. Dr Abram performs this surgery under general anaesthetic.
Dr Abram is kind, gentle & professional. I had very little swelling and pain. Dr Abrams aftercare service is wonderful. Charges for treatment - either Medical Aids pay TOO little or Periodontists charge too much, but the amount difference is substantial!
Even though treatment is beyond most people's price bracket, I needed him & glad I found him. Even his staff is wonderful. Its a Small office and professional. Kind staff. It's a warm inviting environment and decorated well :) I was referred by another periodontist secretary but I did find this practice on Google first.

Rating from 5 ReviewsEverything was perfectly explained, you can trust this clinicEthne, South Africa, 23 Dec 16

I came to the clinic as they were able to offer me the best price for the treatment I was looking for. The clinic itself is beautiful, professional, clean and comfortable. I absolutely got good value from my treatment here, there were additional add ons to the prices, but I was made fully aware of all of these and was happy to pay.
I've booked a follow up appointment in the new year. Everything was perfectly explained, you can trust this clinic.

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1 other location in South Africa for The Cosmetic and Dental Emporium- Cape Town & Durbanville.

I chose to come to this clinic after I had a part of my tooth fall off, Dr JJ was the only clinic available to take me at short notice.
The clinic itself is lovely. It's very well decorated and clean. The staff are very friendly and put you at ease. The treatment I got was good value, I had my tooth filled to restore it before it had broken. It was the quickest and most painfree dental procedure I've ever had.